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acrid

/ˈækrɪd/
ac · rid /ˈæk · rɪd/
English Definition
adj. bitter and unpleasant
中文释义
辛辣的，刺鼻的
Significado en Español
acre
한국어 뜻
매운, 자극적인
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
cay, hăng
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Example Sentence

The smoke was acrid.

烟味刺鼻。

Synonyms
pungent bitter
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
acrid (spicy)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Select the synonym for the word “acrid” as it is used in the sentence: The acrid smell of smoke filled the room, making it difficult to breathe.

  1. A bitter
  2. B mild
  3. C pleasant
  4. D sweet
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A — bitter. “acrid” means adj. bitter and unpleasant

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

A sharp, ______ smell of burning rubber filled the whole garage.

  1. A acrid
  2. B sweet
  3. C pleasant
  4. D fragrant
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A — acrid. “acrid” means adj. bitter and unpleasant

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Common questions about “acrid”

What does “acrid” mean?

acrid — adj. bitter and unpleasant. In Chinese: 辛辣的，刺鼻的.

How do you pronounce “acrid”?

acrid is pronounced /ˈækrɪd/. It breaks into 2 syllables: ac · rid.

How do you use “acrid” in a sentence?

The smoke was acrid. (烟味刺鼻。)

What are synonyms for “acrid”?

pungent, bitter — all close in meaning to acrid (adj. bitter and unpleasant).

Is “acrid” an ISEE Middle-level word?

Yes. acrid appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers nearly 700 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “acrid”?

acrid (spicy)

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